The performance of complex photovoltaic (PV) systems or water pumps can be affected by even minor problems in operation that usually go unnoticed. For plant operators, identifying the exact source of the fault and rectifying it is often a considerable challenge. Particularly in remote regions, it takes a good deal of work to return plants to full function in the event of a malfunction. Remote monitoring by EcoPhi enables operators to monitor the functionality of their technology around the clock and to optimise their operating results. In addition to troubleshooting, increased output, shorter maintenance times and increased system lifetimes are further enormous advantages that result from real-time data collection at a distance. The system can be precisely adapted to the specific needs of each customer’s equipment.

System data/system specifications

EcoPhi has installed its monitoring systems at various customers and plant types and offers comprehensive monitoring of the systems. Plant operators can measure any process control, from PV systems to water supply systems, right through to cooling systems and steam-operated high-temperature systems.
The EcoPhi platform can be used to view the plants online at any time. Dashboards provide an ideal overview for simple and, in particular, for complex or distributed installations. This proves to be particularly practical when different devices and inverters are used. In addition, the EcoPhi platform enables the integration of external data, such as those from portals of inverter manufacturers or weather databases.
In this manner, the EcoPhi system offers decisive advantages for plant operators in the Kenyan market.

Company profile

The Germany-based company EcoPhi Renewables Engineering GmbH specialises in sustainable energy solutions and offers project planning, implementation and monitoring of installations as well as consulting and analysis of projects in the fields of solar energy and water supply.
The product portfolio includes proprietary monitoring systems and a wide range of coupled sensors as well as their monitoring platform, which provides plant operators with a deep insight into the performance of their plants at any time.

With the RES programme, the German Energy Solutions Initiative of the Federal Ministry of Economics and Climate Action (BMWK) supports German companies in the renewable energy and energy efficiency sectors enter new markets. Within the framework of the programme, reference plants are installed and marketed with the support of the German Energy Agency (dena). Information and training activities help ensure a sustainable market entry and demonstrate the quality of climate-friendly technologies made in Germany.